Interim scheme using empty council homes as temporary accommodation

In January, we introduced an interim scheme to use some council homes that become vacant between 19 January and 1 May as temporary accommodation for homeless households rather than being let to people on the city’s housing register. 

We’re anticipating the short-term measure will make up to 80 empty homes available for temporary accommodation, and save in the region of £0.75 million over the coming year. However, it will cause delays for some people currently on the housing register bidding for homes. 

Share your thoughts on the scheme

We’re now looking for residents’ views as part of our review of the interim scheme and the potential to extend the use of empty council homes as temporary accommodation when the interim scheme ends. 

We’re particularly keen to hear from Brighton & Hove households on the housing register waiting for a council home or a transfer, households currently in temporary or emergency accommodation provided by Brighton & Hove City Council, and current Brighton & Hove council tenants and leaseholders. 

Background

Please make sure to read the background information included below before taking the survey.